Athletics right fielder Josh Reddick (16) stretches to try and catch a foul ball of the bat of Astros second baseman Jose Altuve during the fifth inning. Reddick was injured on the play and was forced to leave the game. less

Athletics right fielder Josh Reddick (16) stretches to try and catch a foul ball of the bat of Astros second baseman Jose Altuve during the fifth inning. Reddick was injured on the play and was forced to leave ... more

Athletics shortstop Eric Sogard (28) slaps a tag on Astros center fielder Justin Maxwell (44) for an out during the fourth inning. Maxwell was trying to advance to second base after an overthrow at first.

Athletics shortstop Eric Sogard (28) slaps a tag on Astros center fielder Justin Maxwell (44) for an out during the fourth inning. Maxwell was trying to advance to second base after an overthrow at first.